Born Under a Lucky Star
Weeks like this I wish I was religious. Because even with a HISTORIC triadic convergence of three of the biggest
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Common Trends in Spain’s Dating World
Spain runs on a social clock that most of Northern Europe would find unfamiliar. Dinner at 10 PM, drinks after
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At Your Feet – Real Reflexology Arrives In Madrid!
According to the founders of ZenVida, Spain seems to have forgotten that its roots and old traditions involved self-care and
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Archbishop Of Madrid Leads Start Of Easter Week
The Archbishop of Madrid, José Cobo Cano, has formally blessed the Easter celebrations this year. In an open letter to
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After Hours Immersive Dining Comes To Madrid
After Hours Global is an immersive dining experience operated by founder and owner Kevin Kelly, a 26-year-old Business Management and
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King Of Spain Apologises For Conquista “Abuses”
The King of Spain, Felipe II, has apologised for excesses and “abuses” during the brutal conquest and colonisation of the
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Dembélé and Alacaraz Front Runners For Laureus World Sports Awards
The nominations for the 2026 Laureus World Sports Awards were announced at the Real Casa de Correos in Madrid on
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Madrid Prepares For Carnival Week
Every year, from the Saturday before Shrove Tuesday until Ash Wednesday, Madrid hosts Carnival, and this year, like in previous
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King Opens Spain´s “British Queen” Exhibition
This week saw the opening of an exhibition into the life of Queen Victoria Eugenia, by her great grandson, King
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Madrid´s Best Country Band Is Back This Sunday
After their performance at Fresh Madrid 2025, Madrid-based country band ’57 Chevrolet returns to the stage with a new show at
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The New Local Secret: Understanding Madrid’s Private Social Clubs
Madrid is a city of layers. Beyond the familiar bustle of the Plaza Mayor and the vibrant rhythm of tapas
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American Club Invites You To Thanksgiving
Its that time of year again…and time to give thanks; and what better to way to do that than with
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Madrid´s Feast Day – The Legend Of The Virgin Of Almudena
Today, 9th November, Madrid celebrates the feast day of her patroness the Virgin of Almudena (Virgen de la Almudena). The
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Translating Seán O’Casey: Bringing Dublin’s Voice to Life in Spanish
Author and translator, Marta Callava, explains how she took on a unique challenge to introduce an Irish literary giant into
Read More 57 Chevrolet Band Bring A Taste Of Country To Madrid
Madrid’s own 57 Chevrolet Band is bringing the heart of classic country to the city with a live concert on
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20th Hay Festival Segovia 11th – 14th September
The 20th edition of the Hay Festival Segovia, Spain’s leading gathering of ideas and thought, culture, art and literature, will
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“All Night Long” Tribute Show to Lionel Richie Comes To Madrid
The legendary music of Lionel Richie comes alive in Madrid as All Night Long: A Tribute to Lionel Richie takes the stage
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August Heralds Madrid Verbanas and Fiestas
August has arrived and amid the heat Madrid also welcomes its famous “verbenas”, or open-air festivities, three of which are
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Ed Sheeran Plays Two Nights In Madrid
British singer-songwriter, Ed Sheeran, is returning to Spain as part of his Mathematics European Tour 2025. This tour includes two
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Easter Week In Madrid
Easter or Semana Santa takes place from Sunday April 13th until Sunday April 20th with a series of processions, public
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Chuck’s Review – “Traditionally Incoherent, Completely Banging”
Damn, I forgot the receipt. Idiot. Dunce. Fool. I’m so motorprogrammed. We’re so motorprogrammed. Receipt? Nah, what am I, an
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15th Cocido Madrileño Gastro Route
Madrid´s signature winter dish, Cocido Madrileño is taking centre stage in some of the capitals most emblematic restaurants offering their
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Madrid Andy Warhol Poster Exhibition
An exhibition of posters by Andy Warhol is being hosted by the Mateo Inurria Canal Foundation The exhibition is free
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Mansilla & Pez Tortilla Review: ‘Chocolate Tea And The Perfect Caña’
Not strictly restaurants, these two. It’s not for the lack of them. When I first came to Spain, I wrote
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Joana Vasconcelos Exhibition Brings Contemporary Art to Liria Palace
Madrid´s most prominent private residence, the Liria Palace, owned by the Duque of Alba has opened a unique exhibition featuring
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Madrid Classic Car Rally & Vintage Air Display
Madrid´s Cuatro Vientos Aerodrome will be the scene of one of the biggest gatherings of classic cars and vintage aircrafts
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St Valentine´s Last Resting Place – In Madrid
As lovers celebrate Saint Valentine´s Day, few will be gathering at his last resting place – which lies in Madrid
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AC/DC Set For Madrid Concert
Legendary Australian rock band AC/DC is coming to town with two dates set for their Spain leg of their Power
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St Patrick´s Ball Tickets Go On Sale
One of the highlights of the Madrid calendar is back! The Spanish Irish Business Network´s St Patrick’s Day Charity Ball
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Madrid´s Three Kings Parade Heralds Epiphany
All is set for tomorow´s traditional Three Kings Parade ( Cabalgata de Reyes) with the arrival of Melchior, Gaspar and
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Madrid Foodie Corner: TKO Tacos, Chueca
There. Were. So. Many. People. In. The. Queue. It was long and ragged and hungry. And it was beautiful. This
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Sixty Years On Paul McCartney Rocks Madrid
He first arrived with the Beatles in 1964, where they played in Las Ventas to a rapturous Spanish crowd. At
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The Monstrous Beauty Of Trees
Dont miss the chance to visit the Monstrous Beauty of Trees exhibition by artist Andrea Savini, taking place at the Centro
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An Irish Christmas Comes To Madrid
The critically acclaimed Irish documentary “So This Is Christmas,” directed by award-winning filmmaker Ken Wardrop, is set to make its
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Madrid´s Latest Nightclub Opens Its Doors
Madrid is already well known for its vibrant nightlife – indeed it regularly tops every poll for going out among
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Financial Consultations for Americans in Madrid
Come along to the “Financial Planning Consultations for Americans in Madrid”, a unique opportunity to meet one-on-one with experts who
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“Six Of The Best” Art Museums To Visit In Madrid
Madrid Metropolitan´s Guide To The Best Art Museums To Visit In Madrid The Spanish capital boasts some of the most
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Fresh Madrid – Madrid´s Only International Community Fair
Friday 27th September sees the welcome return of Fresh Madrid – the capital´s only international community fair for English-Speaking groups.
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Planning the Perfect Night Out in Madrid: The Ultimate Fashion Checklist
Madrid, the vibrant capital of Spain, is a city where history, culture, and nightlife converge in style. From the bohemian
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An Evening At The Madrid Races
See the horses, have a flutter and enjoy great slap-up dinners at the Hipódromo de la Zarzuela – a winner
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Madrid Set For Week Of Pride Festivities
Last Friday 28th June saw the pregon or starting pistol for the 2024 Pride celebrations marking the anniversary of the
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The Boss Is Back Rockin In Madrid
The Boss, Bruce Springsteen, is back in Madrid with his legendary The E Street Band to performing three concerts in
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Madrid´s San Isidro Week Of Celebrations
This Wednesday sees Madrid celebrate the feast day of its patron saint San Isidro on the 15th May. San Isidro
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Prado Museum To Display Lost Caravaggio Masterpiece
A lost Caravaggio painting that was misattributed and almost sold for €1,500 is to go on display at Madrid´s Prado
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Madrid Open Set For 2 Weeks Of World Class Tennis
The courts are set and the world’s best tennis players are in town to battle it out on the clay
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Madrid´s ANTIK Fair Set for April
Until very recently the antiques market in Spain was the domain of a few collectors and not a popular pastime
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Royal Opera House Stages The Passenger
Madrid´s Royal Opera House – El Teatro Real – is staging a unique performance of The Passenger, one of Poland´s most
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St. Patrick’s Family Day Party Tickets On Sale
Madrid´s vibrant Irish community is coming together again this year for the annual St. Patrick’s Family Day Party, which is
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Japan Weekend Returns To Madrid
Today sees the return of Japan Weekend at the IFEMA exhibition complex in Madrid and a weekend immersion in all
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Madrid´s Mayor Oversees The Burial Of The Sardine
Today is Ash Wednesday and the solemn “burial of the sardine” marks the close of the carnival and the beginning
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Its Carnival Time In Madrid!
Madrid´s 2025 carnival celebrations kicked off over a rainy weekend with the traditional pregon in the Matadero plaza on Saturday.
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Spring Is In The Air As Salesas Street Market Returns
Spring is in the air and with it the return of one of Madrid´s coolest street markets is set to
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Formula 1 Racing Returns To Madrid From 2026
Formula One racing will return to Madrid for the first time since 1986 when the capital will stage the Spanish
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Last Chance To See Women Masters Exhibition
Artemisia Gentileschi, Angelica Kauffmann, Clara Peeters, Rosa Bonheur, Mary Cassatt, Berthe Morisot and Maruja Mallo were all great artists but
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Madrid´s Valdesquí Ski Resort Opens Today
Madrid´s main ski and snowboard resort in Valdeski is open from today, Thursday 11th January. The later seasonal opening was
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Puerta Del Sol Readies For New Year´s Eve
Final preparations are being made for tomorow´s New Year s Eve celebrations as Madrid´s Puerta del Sol takes centre stage for
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Flamenco Gran Gala Comes To Madrid
This Christmas week sees Barcelona´s Gran Gala Flamenco come to the capital for the first time. The EDP Gran Vía
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Madrid´s Arts & Crafts Market Open Until End Of December
If you are looking for some great artesanal christmas gift ideas no better place can be found than the Arts
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Oh Happy Days! Last Chance To See Gospel Festival
A Madrid seasonal favourite has been back in Madrid with the last shows coming up. With more than 25 years
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Picasso Exhibition: The Sacred and the Profane
As part of the marking of the 50th anniversary of the death one of the greatest artists of the 20th
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Last Days Of Pompey Exhibition In Madrid Until January
On August 24th of 79 AD a young boy pointed out to his uncle, Pliny the Elder, that “a cloud
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Christmas Lights Go On As Madrid Prepares For Black Friday
Madrid´s Chistmas lights go on this evening at 7pm to herald the season of goodwill to all – and of
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Exploring Madrid’s Vibrant Culture & Hidden Gems
Madrid, the center of Spain, has a lively culture that mixes old traditions with new ideas. This busy city is
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Stand Up Comedy Duo Come To Madrid
Stand up comedian Mike Rice and Victor Patrascan will be in Madrid this Wednesday for a one night gig at
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British Ladies Association Christmas Bazaar
The British Ladies Association will be holding their annual Christmas Bazaar this coming Sunday 26th November. The bazaar which is
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Carriages To Cars – A History Of Royal Transport
The Royal Collections Gallery by the Royal Palace in Madrid is exhibiting the Royal off vehicles and carriages, one of
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The Berlin Wall Comes To Madrid In Unique Exhibition
34 years after its dramtatic fall, the Berlin Wall has come to Madrid for a unique exhibition which is part
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Run In The Park Is Back In Madrid
The Run in the Park is back in Madrid The initiative which was started by Mark Pollock and takes place
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Financial Planning for Americans Living in Madrid
Shane Clark is an American expat living in Spain and founder of EuroAmerican Financial Advisors, an investment advisory firm for
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Madrid Fashion Weeks Kicks Off Autumn Feria Season
Tomorow Wednesday 13th September sees Madrid once more take centre stage in the world of fashion for the 78th Mercedes
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Giant Screens & Free Tickets For Spain-England Final
Spain and England are set to clash at the final of the Women´s World Cup on Sunday 20th August. Madrid
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Summer Festival & Market At Plaza de España
Following last years success ‘La Estival’ is back at the Plaza de España where it will remain until 10th September, with
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Veranos De La Villa Summer Festival
Madrid´s iconic Veranos de la Villa Festival is back for July and August with a packed programme of performing arts for
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Madrid´s Newest Museum – The Royal Collections Gallery – Set To Open
Madrid´s newest and museum is set to open later this month with a state-of-the-art gallery, whose construction, which has taken
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Botanic Nights Kicks Off Madrid´s Summer Season
One of Madrid´s summer highlights is back as the 7th annual Madrid Botanical Nights which returns from tomorow, June 7
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Joana Biarnés Exhibition – 1960s Madrid Street Fashion
Madrid in the 1960s was achanging world – the young generation coming to age in the decade were coming through
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Madrid´s Duende Comes Alive For Flamenco Festival
The 7th annual Madrid Flamenco Festival runs until the end of this week to May 27 with a vibrant and
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Madrid Rocks On San Isidro Weekend
Madrid is celebrating her patron saint, San Isidro (Isidore the Labourer) this weekend with a packed programme of parades, concerts,
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St George´s Church Summer Fete Set For 17th June
Madrid´s St George´s Anglican Church will be holding its annual summer fete including its famous jumble sale on Saturday 17th
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Napoleonic Reenactment Marks Madrid “Dos de Mayo” Celebrations
Madrid´s Napoleonic War Reeactement Society has been practising today to take centre stage in Madrid´s Dos de Mayo Celebrations next
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Fundacion Hispano Britanica Hosts Madrid Coronation Bash
The Fundacion Hispano Britanica which is the leading Spanish institution fostering strong UK -Spain cultural links, will be hosting a
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Last Days Of Tartessus Exhibition
The Madrid regional Archaeological and Paleontological Museum in Alcalá de Henares has opened a major exhibition on the lost Iberian
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Tricia & Team To The Rescue
Dominique White reports on the new bilingual sitcom System Fóbicos which began airing in January and has become a word
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Madrid Centre Gastro Stage For 36th Salon Gourmet
Madrid takes centre stage as the gastronomic capital with the opening of Salón Gourmets, the largest fair for fine foods
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Pablo Picasso: Life and legacy
To mark the fiftieth anniversary of the death of Picasso, John Boyce looks back at the extraordinary life and career
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Spanish Masterpieces From Frick Collection Back Home For Exhibition
Spanish paintings from one of the world’s most important art collections are back home for a limited time at an
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Dirty Immigrant Comedian Victor Patrascan Performing In Madrid This Week
Wanna see a dirty immigrant tell dirty jokes? This April traveling Romanian comedian Victor Patrascan is coming to Madrid with
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Michael Fitzgibbon Presents Debut Album In Madrid
English recording artist, Michael Fitzgibbon, will be in Madrid next week to present his debut album,”Songs For Emily”at the Tempo
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Guide To Easter Processions In Madrid
Easter is upon us. Some Madrileños maybe leaving but tens of thousands of people are expected to visit the capital
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Ibérica de Danza´s Anniversary Gaudí Dance Experience
The Ibérica de Danza Company will be celebrating its 30th anniversary with a dynamic double show in the Red Hall
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Cocido Madrileño – Madrid´s Winter Stew
One of the most emblematic dishes of Madrileño cooking is a heavy winter stew known as Cocido Madrileño. The stew
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Canal Isabell II´s “We Are Water” Exhibition
The Castellana 214 Exhibition Hall at the Fundación Canal is hosting a fascinating immersive Somos Agua – We are water
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Bob Dylan Set For Spanish Tour Including 2 Nights In Madrid
Legendary singer songwriter, Bob Dylan, is set for a Spanish summer with 12 dates confirmed in June. He will be
Read More Last Call For St Patrick´s Ball Tickets
Madrid´s iconic Westin Palace Hotel is finishing the final touches for the one of the highlights of the Madrid international
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Spotlight On Madrid´s Iconic Residencia de Estudiantes
The “Residencia de Estudiantes” cultural centre has survived civil war, dictatorship and repression to become a contemporary centre of open
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Last Chance To Take The Dalí Challenge
This week is the last opportunity to take the Dalí Challenge, a personal immersion into the creative universe of Dalí
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A Night In The Museum – The Prado Opens For Nocturnal Visits
Madrid´s world famous art museum the Prado will for the first time be opening its doors to the public at
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Mad Cool Festival 23 Line Up & Tickets
Mad Cool one of Spain´s biggest music festivals is back for the sixth year from 6th -8th July 2023, with
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Burial Of The Sardine Brings Carnival To A Close
The festivities of Carnival ended this week on Ash Wednesday. The tradition has been around since the 16th century, representing
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Madrid´s Carnival Parade Kicks Off Week Of Celebrations
Today Saturday 18th February marks the start of Madrid´s Carnaval Week. Every year, from the weekend before Shrove Tuesday to
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Nikon Madrid Exhibition Celebrates 50 Years Of Pink Press
They may not be the most popular people nor appear in anyone top 10 of professionals but the world’s photographers
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“Madrid Is Bullfighting” As Ayuso Unveils San Isidro Feria
The Madrid regional premier, Isabel Díaz Ayuso, and Madrid Mayor, José Luis Martínez-Almeida were both in attendance for the presentation
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Crooning The Night Away With Michael Bublé In Madrid
The Canadian singer and songwriter, Michael Bublé, winner of several Grammy and Juno Awards, is back in Madrid with a
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Shared Memories – Jews & Spaniards In The Holocaust
It is a paradox. Adolf Hitler´s ally, General Franco, sent Fascist volunteers to fight with his armies on the Eastern
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Madrid Fusion Showcases Best Of International Haute Cuisine
Madrid Fusion – one of the highlights of the international gastro year, starts today, Monday 23rd January, at IFEMA. One
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Madrid Welcomes Year Of Rabbit As Voted Europe´s 2nd Best Chinatown
Madrid will be putting on the style with a full range of activities as it joins the Chinese community in
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FITUR Gets Royal Kick Off After “Dazzling Surge”
Spain´s biggest trade fair – FITUR ( International Tourism Trade Fair) kicked off yesterday, 18th January, and runs until the
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International Day Of The Croqueta
The international day of the croquette: One of Spain’s most celebrated foods Even though today is considered Blue Monday, the
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White Angel Of Peace Heralds Arrival Of Three Kings To Madrid
The eve of the epiphany is marked every year by the arrival of the Three Kings – Melchor, Gaspar and
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Free Entry To Moncloa Lighthouse Viewing Platform
This year marks the 30th anniversary of one of Madrid´s most unusual and iconic structures – the Moncloa Lighthouse. Opened
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Plaza Mayor Christmas Market For All The Family
Each year as Christmas rolls around, Madrid’s historic Plaza Mayor turns into a sprawling Christmas market, which this year features 104 stalls
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Viva Madrid! Casino Guide To The Capital
That the Spanish like to gamble is no secret – it´s Christmas El Gordo Lottery is the oldest ( dating back
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Arrival Of Circus Price Heralds Christmas Around The Corner
As we step into December what better way than to plan a family treat to that most Madrileño of seasonal
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Are These The Best Paintings To See In Madrid ?
Madrid is blessed with some of the finest art museums in the world. Last year it´s Paseo de Arte which
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Madrid World Premier Of Tim Burton’s Labyrinth
Madrid plays host to the world première of an extraordinary immersive exhibition by the acclaimed American film director, Tim Burton.
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Madrid´s Iconic Albéniz Theatre Opens Its Doors After 14 Year Wait
One of Madrid’s finest theatres has reopened after an extensive renovation which now includes the capital’s latest boutique hotel –
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Cirque du Soleil Returns To Madrid With LUZIA
The Cirque du Soleil can probably claim to be the best show on earth. The Canadian company is back in
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Madrid Plays Host To Run In The Dark
Run in the Dark comes to Madrid on 16th November 2022 at 8pm. Participants can join the 5k or 10k
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Madrid Grooves To Its Premier Jazz Festival
This week sees the welcome return of JAZZMADRID, the capital’s premier jazz festival. Madrid will be grooving away to “an
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Its Back! Madrid Players Christmas Panto Returns
After a three-year Covid induced hiatus, Madrid´s very own Players have announced the return of their very popular Christmas Panto.
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Transhumance Festival Brings The Flocks To Madrid
The historic quarter of Madrid saw some old friends make their rare visit to the capital marking the annual Transhumance
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Shroud Of Turin “Mystery Man” Exhibition Unveiled In Salamanca
Spanish experts have unveiled this lifelike Jesus Christ made of latex and silicon – and real human hair – based
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Global Women In Tech Network Returns To Madrid
Women in Tech Madrid 2022 hosted by Adyen & WomenTech Network is set to return to the Spanish capital. WomenTech
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Artist Catherine Fenton – First Exhibition In Madrid
Madrid based artist Catherine Fenton is on a mission. She grew up in southern Spain, with Canadian parents and then
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World’s Best Bar Takes Its British Cookbook Menu To Madrid Hotspots
Award winning Lyaness is taking its very own renowned British Cookbook to Madrid tomorow, 13th September, to collaborate with Spanish
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LEGO – The Madrid Exhibition
Since its humble launch in Denmark in 1958 – the Lego brick has become an international phenomenon as well as
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Verano De La Villa Summer Festival
Madrid’s flagship summer festival of music and the arts is in full swing with a host of cultural events around
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Madrid Celebrates First “Bloomsday”
As all James Joyce fans know, yesterday, 16th June was Bloomsday and to mark this year’s 100th anniversary of the
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Cricket Addition Makes Madrid Truly Global Sports Capital
Madrid has taken a big leap to being Capital Mundial del Deporte 2022 as well as a centre of sporting global
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Last Chance To Catch “El Duende” At Flamenco Madrid
After a two-year pandemic induced haitus, ‘Flamenco Madrid’, the city’s 6th annual flamenco festival has been burning the blood for
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Madrid Plays Host To Legendary All Blacks For Historic First Game
Madrid plays host to one of the most iconic sporting teams in the world – the New Zealand All
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Roll Out The Barrel For Beermad Madrid This Weekend
¡Salud! Beermad 2022 is back and better than ever, kicking off this Saturday, May 14. As the name suggests, this
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For the first time in two years Madrid is preparing for a return to a full on celebration of its
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Madrid Gets Tapping With 37th International Dance Festival
Madrid is set to return to being the epicentre of European dance this week as the 37th Madrid en Danza
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Lisi Frachia New Collection Premiered At Ritz
The Madrid Metropolitan had the pleasure of attending a private sale of the new collection of the beautiful jewellery designed
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A Journey Back In Time To Medieval Sigüenza
A journey through time as well as through the Castilian countryside awaits for intrepid travellers who hop on the Medieval
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Rolling Stones Kick Off “SIXTY Tour” In Madrid
The Wanda Metropolitano Stadium will host the Rolling Stones on their first stop of the much-awaited European tour this summer.
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Madrid Set For Holy Week Processions & Redemption
Madrid´s “holy week” is set with a return to pre-pandemic in-person events from Palm Sunday to Easter Sunday (10 to
Read More Madrid St Patrick´s Day Weekend Celebrations
The Irish community in Madrid will be returning to its traditional St Patrick´s Family Fun Day this Saturday, 19th March.
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Robert De Niro Sweeps Into Town To Taste A Madrid “Priceless Menu”
Legendary Hollywood star, Robert De Niro swept into town today, Tuesday 1st March, for a “priceless tasting menu” event at
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Queen Leticia Opens 40th ARCO Madrid
Spain’s most important contemporary art fair – ARCO – has been opened by Queen Leticia this week in Madrid´s IFEMA
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This time of year, brings the traditional Carnival celebrations, marking the start of the Christian Lent and for many the
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Magallanes & Elcano – Around The World To Madrid
To commemorate the 500th anniversary of the first circumnavigation of the world by Fernando de Magallanes and Juan Sebastian Elcano,
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Leo Clancy CEO Enterprise Ireland Talks To Spanish-Irish Business Network
The Madrid based Spanish-Irish Business Network is holding it´s first event of 2022 with a webinar with Leo Clancy, CEO
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Spain Minimum Wage Set To Increase To €14,000 A Year
Despite considerable opposition from employers and business associations, the left-wing coalition government of Pedro Sanchez, have succeeded in raising the
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Michelangelo Sistene Chapel Exhibition Arrives In Madrid
One of the most celebrated artworks in history has arrived in Madrid. Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: “The Exhibition’ has been touring
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Madrid Biz Lunch Set For February 17th
The first Madrid Biz Lunch of 22 will take place on Thursday 17th February 2022 at 2pm in the Library
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Raphael Rocks The Gran Via With Nostalgic Look Back
Spanish pop legend Raphael is back in town for a unique exhibition that coincides with the premiere on Movistar+ of
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French Institute Unveils Cultural Season For Spain 22
Madrid Metropolitan had the pleasure of attending the annual presentation of the French Institute´s cultural season of 2022. It was
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Piscasso Returns To His Madrid Alma Mater
An exhibition of the works of Pablo Picasso will be held from the 16th February to 15th May, at the
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Pikes At The Ready! The Tercios Muster Again On The Streets Of Old Madrid
The feared Spanish Tercios of old are back displaying their prowess with a drill of arms in the Plaza de
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When Humanity Died – Seeing Auschwitz Exhibition
A new exhibition showing the horror of the Auschwitz extermination camp has opened at the Sefarad-Israel Cultural Centre in Madrid. The
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The Self-Saboteurs At Sala Elefante Blanco This Friday
Madrid band, The Self-Saboteurs, will be playing their original songs inspired by punk, post-punk, rock, and all other kinds of
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Stanley Kubrick Exhibition At Circulo Bellas Artes
Madrid´s iconic Círculo de Bellas Artes is putting on an exhibition that pays tribute to the American film director Stanley
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Inverfest Festival Heralds Musical Start For 22′
The Inverfest music festival is bound to keep the cold at bay with a series of winter concerts organised by
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Spain´s Maestro – Immersive #InGoya Exhibition
To celebrate the 275th anniversary of the birth of one of Spain´s greatest painters, Francisco de Goya, the Fernán Gómez
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Last Chance To See Unique Human Imaging Exhibition
Situated within walking distance of their more famous neighbours Reina Sofia and Prado, Caixa Forum Madrid has to work hard
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Cibeles Opens Today To As Madrid’s Christmas Ice Rink Season Starts
The opening today of the Palacio de Cibeles ice rink adds to Madrid’s seaonal offerings for all the family to
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Madrid Takes Three Of The Best Cocktail Bars In The World
Madrid has always had a vibrant bar scene – and its cocktail bars have always stood with the best from
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Circo Price Back For Magical Christmas Show Season
Christmas in Madrid wouldnt be the same without the Circo Price´s festive show. The Circo Price has been entertaining Madrid audiences
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Belens & Christmas Lights Herald Seasonal Festivities
Both the Madrid regional premier, Isabel Diaz Ayuso and Madrid Mayor, José Luis Martínez-Almeida, have been busy opening nativity scenes
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Madrid Players Are Back For Christmas Pudding
The Madrid Players, who have been entertaining all the family for over 50 years are back for four Christmas shows
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Van Morrison Set For Madrid Return Concert
Three years after his last visit to the capital, Blues king, Van Morrison is set to return to the capital
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Charles Clifford Exhibition – Madrid´s First Photographer
To mark the 170th anniversary of the founding of the Isabel II Canal, the Fundación Canal Mateo Inurria, is putting
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Madrid Biz Lunch Is Back For Christmas!
The Madrid Biz Lunch is back! After a pandemic induced hiatus, Madrid´s premier business lunch for guiri entrepeneurs and professionals
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Body Worlds – The Rhythm Of Life Exhibition
Dr Gunther von Hagens, inventor of the plastination technique, and Angelina Whalley, creative and conceptual designer, are presenting the world’s
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Madrid Wins World Travel Award For Best MICE Destination For 4th Year
Madrid has been named Europe’s top MICE destination for the fourth year in a row. The Spanish capital took first
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Spain Tourism Continues Bounce Back As Madrid Launches Traveller Subsidy
The Spanish tourist sector enjoyed its fourth consecutive month of year-on-year growth according to data published by the government agency
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Madrid To Bask In World Heritage Light
The recent addition of Madrid to UNESCO´s World Heritage List is being celebrated this month with LuzMadrid – a festival
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Muñoz´s Diverxo Makes Top 20 World´s Best Restaurants
Madrid´s Dabid Muñoz, who earlier this year won the prestigious Best Chef Award, has added another feather in his cap
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American Club´s “Happy Hour” Is Back
The American Club Of Madrid is back with a bang as it celabrates its return to in-person events with the first
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Lightscapes and A World of Colour
Within Madrid´s plethora of museums and famous landmarks, some of the more accessible can go overlooked, such is the case
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El Rastro Back To Full Throttle From This Weekend
Madrid´s world famous flea market, El Rastro reopens at full capacity from this Saturday 26th September. In addition the market
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Madrid’s Dabid Muñoz Wins Worlds Best Chef As Spain Dominates
Madrileño star chef Dabid Muñoz has won the 5th annual Best Chef Awards 2021 at a Gala ceremony, held in
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“Verano de 69” When Seamus Heaney Came To Madrid
I had the pleasure of interviewing dynamic duo Enda and Maria ( Enda Kenneally and Maria Correa ) about their
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Queen Leticia Opens 2021 Madrid Book Fair
Queen Leticia has been in central Madrid today to open the 80th annual Feria de Libros ( Madrid International Book
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Madrid Scouts AGM Set For 25th September
The 1st Madrid Scouts will be holding their annual general meeting on the 25th September. The AGM coincides with the
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National Library Hosts Dante´s Inferno Exhibition
The National Library is marking the seventh centenary of the death of Dante Alighieri, by hosting an exhibition curated by
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Madrid Wins Another Accolade In Time Magazine “Worlds Best” Award
No sooner had the celebrations receeded after the recent decision to add the El Prado & Retiro areas to the
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UNESCO World Heritage Award Add Big Feather To Madrid’s Cap
Madrid starts the week in jubilant mood this Monday 26th July, celebrating that its bid to add the Paseo del
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Madrid To Hold Critical Communications World Flagship Fair 2021
Critical Communications World (CCW) is TCCA’s flagship event. This year’s show will reinvigorate and reignite the industry as critical communications professionals
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Madrid´s “Veranos de la Villa” Summer Festival Returns
A summer in Madrid would not be complete without its iconic cultural festival – Veranos de la Villa, which returns
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Placido Domingo Overwhelmed As Native Madrileño Returns For Gala
The great Spanish tenor, Placido Domingo, returned to his home town, yesterday, 9th June for a gala performance that left
Read More Madrid´s Flamenco Tablaos Are Back “Burning The Blood”
It maybe far from it´s Andalucian roots but Madrid can boast to be the capital of flamenco. An evening at
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Madrid’s “Strawberry Train” Is Back On Track
The iconic and historical time piece that is the ” Strawberry Train” that runs the scenic day trip from Madrid
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Fans Return As Wanda Set For 22,000 At Spain-Portugal Match
More than 20,000 fans will be allowed into the Wanda Metropolitano Stadium to watch Spain’s European Championship warm-up match against
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Prado Displays Screen Depiction Of Tenochtitlán Life After The Conquistadores
The Prado Muesum is hosting a temporary exhibition of the Biombo de la Conquista de México, one of the most
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Mentalist James Fabulous – On Magic and Mentors
The Madrid Metropolitan catches up with Spain based Mentalist and Magician James Fabulous who has taken advantage of all things Zoom
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INC Madrid Celebrate “Women In Tech” At Newly Renovated Wellington Hotel
The International Newcomers Club of Madrid celebrated it´s March meeting this week at the newly and beautifully renovated Wellington Hotel
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Madrid Rugby 7s International Tournament Kicks Off
Madrid´s Complutense University is playing host to the first major international sporting event in Spain in 2021 with the Rugby
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Basketball King´s Cup To Be Decided In Madrid This Weekend
The 2021 Copa del Rey will be held at the WiZink Centre in Madrid between the 11th and 14th February.
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11th Ruta de Cocido Madrileño
If you say “Madrid” you say COCIDO MADRILEÑO! You can’t live or visit Madrid without tasting its most traditional dish:
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French Institute Enveils 2021 Spain Programme
Last week the Madrid Metropolitan had the pleasure of attending the annual event to celebrate the opening of the new
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Rafael In The Palace Exhibition
To mark the 5th centenary of his death, Madrid’s Royal Palace plays host to a remarkable temporary exhibition to pay
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35th Annual Goya Film Awards Nominations Announced
The nominations for the Spanish film industry’s coverted Goya Awards have been announced for 2021. The gala ceremony will be
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New Year’s Eve – Sol Closed From 10pm As Nacho Cano To Sing Covid Tribute
As Madrid heads towards the finishing line of 2020, health and hygene protocols remain in place for the capitals traditional
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INC Madrid Makes A Splash At The Palace
This past Monday the International Newcomers Club of Madrid (INC) held its monthly event in the Westin Palace Hotel. This
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Madrid Launches “Home Tourism” Campaign For Struggling Hotel Sector
The Madrid regional government has launched an initiative to support the struggling hotel sector in Madrid. The campaign #MadridSinIrMasLejos has
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Madrid´s Wax Museum Reopens For Christmas
The Madrid Wax Museum reopened on 19 December, with reduced prices and a Chritmas show to boot. The Wax Museum
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Madrid Celebrates Michelin Star Awards
The winners of the 2021 Spain & Portugal Michelin Guide Star Awards were announced last night in a gala ceremony
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The Hamburger King Of Madrid Dies At 79
Alfred Gradus, the founder of the Alfredo’s Barbacoa American hamburger chain and the man credited with bringing the genre to
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Madrid Wins World’s Leading Meetings & Conference Destination 2020
The city of Madrid has won the World’s Leading Meetings & Conference Destination 2020 Award for the second year in
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El Rastro Market Reopens For First Time Since March
Madrid’s famous flea market El Rastro Market situated in the heart of La Latina is to reopen this Sunday 22nd
Read MoreTapapiés Kicks Off In Lavapiés Week Of Wine & Tapas
Lavapiés once more will be celebrating it´s popular neighbourhood celebration of wine and tapas with the 10th annual Tapapiés, the
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Royal Botanic Gardens Opens Naturaleza Encendida
This week sees the start of a 2 month outdoor and educational family show at the Royal Botanical Gardens in
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JazzMadrid Sets The Capital Swinging
The Madrid Jazz festival hits the autumnal capital as JazzMadrid sets the city swinging to the vibes and sounds of
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The Madrid Autumn Festival Returns
The 38th Madrid Autumn Festival is returning this year with the best of international theatre, dance and stage performances from
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British Ambassador’s Halloween Fundraising Pumpkin Surprise
The British Ambassador to Spain, Hugh Elliott, who is also the Patron of the Madrid based British Benevolent Fund has
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Estampa Contemporary Art Fair 2020 Returns
The much awaited Estampa Contemporary Art Fair is confirmed for IFEMA next month from the 19th to 22nd November. The
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Madrid Fado Festival Set For This Saturday
Madrid’s Royal Opera House once more hosts the International Fado Festival, which brings together some of the finest performers of
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“Six Of The Best” Free Things To Do In Madrid
“Six of the Best” Free things to do in Madrid Museums, cultural centres, monuments and public parks … there is
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Guide To Madrid Cinemas In English
Madrid Has A Good Selection Of ( Version Original – V.O.S) cinemas were you can watch the latest movies in
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What’s On / News – February, 2017
THE FUNAMVIOLISTAS The director, Rafael Ruíz has devised a show that recovers the spirit of funambulism with The Funamviolistas. This
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Enough Cocktails To Drown A Fish
Bars in Madrid tend to generally fall into one of two distinct camps; the ones with the unmissable glow of
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